by Dark Horse Recovery | Oct 5, 2022 | Uncategorized
Denial is a defense mechanism that people use to avoid the unpleasant reality of an undesirable event, such as addiction. It can be difficult to get through to someone who is in denial, but there are some things you can do to help them open up and seek treatment. You...
by Dark Horse Recovery | Oct 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
Many people make common excuses for our loved ones who struggle with addiction and substance abuse. We may try to deny that there is a problem at all, or downplay the severity of their addiction. We may make excuses for their behavior, blaming it on stress or problems...
by Dark Horse Recovery | Sep 30, 2022 | Uncategorized
Addiction is a disease that affects both the person with substance use disorder and their loved ones. It’s often hard for family members to know how best to help a loved on with substance use disorder, but various interventions can be used depending on the severity of...
by Dark Horse Recovery | Sep 28, 2022 | Uncategorized
Addiction is a difficult disease to overcome. Those who have been there will tell you that helping someone with their addiction is also a difficult battle. However, if you find yourself in the position of wanting to help a loved one or a friend with an addiction...
by Dark Horse Recovery | Sep 26, 2022 | Uncategorized
It can be difficult to motivate a loved one to take steps toward recovery. They may feel overwhelmed or scared, and may not feel ready to make a change. It is important to remember that recovery is a process that takes time and patience. In this blog post, we will...
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